As the Asian Hockey Champions Trophy approaches its end, Pakistan Tuesday managed to secure the third position and a bronze medal in the tournament defeating South Korea by 5-2.
The Green Shirts including Hannan Shahid and Sufyan Khan scored two goals each, while Roman Khan bagged one in the match held at the Moqi Hockey Training Base in Hulunbuir City, Inner Mongolia, China.
A day earlier, the national side lost the semi-final against China after a dramatic penalty shootout with both teams showcasing their skills and determination.
The thrilling match ended in a 1-1 draw during the regular time. The first goal came from China in second quarter while Pakistan's Ahmed Nadeem found the back of the net in the third quarter, ensuring the match went into the decisive penalty shootout.
However, the opponents qualified for the finals by defeating Pakistan in the penalty shootout. This was the first time they advanced to the finals.
It is now time for China to face India at 3pm for the tournament's final.
India defeated South Korea with 4-1 in the second semi-final held on September 16.
It is worth noting that India will be receiving fifth Asian Champions Trophy if it will defeat China today in the final match of the Hockey Champions tournament.
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